Fri, Sat & Sun 30th Sept, 1st & 2nd Oct
Opening date: Monday 18 July 2011
Closing date: Monday 12 September 2011
About This Website
Welcome to the website for the British Horse Feeds Red Dragon Festival of Endurance.
This site was last updated on 5th October - see Red Dragon Team Competition Results below:
Result of the Red Dragon Team Competition We were not able to calculate the result of the Red Dragon Team Competition on Sunday because two or three combinations were still out on course when the prize giving took place. The result of the Team Competition was as follows: 1st: The Oakleaze Farm Dragons (Louise Rich, Sue Rich, Katie Bedwin and Lauren Mills) with 1,611 points. 2nd: The Horse and Pony Nuts (Sue Higgins, Annie Inges, Julie Kendal and Claire Pilkington) with 543 points. 3rd: The Grangeway Mafia (Alex Nicholls, Anita Gordon, Beti Gordon and Eileen Hackett) with 428 points. |
Follow Red Dragon on Twitter We are now only a three days away from the start of The British Horse Feeds Red Dragon for 2011. We are hosts to the Home International and Celtic Challenge competitions and so welcome teams of 12 riders and horses from the four home nations. We have 22 entries for the 2 day 160km Endurance Ride which is the largest and most competitive for some time. The 80km ER also has a large entry of 32 combinations. All this is supported by an excellent entry for all the other classes, with over 30 competitors in the Dragon's Egg class. We have full internet access at the ride for the first time this year. As a result we will tweet as many updates as we are able to keep you all up to date with the progress of the main classes, especially the two ER classes and of course the Home International. We hope to start the "tweeting" service on Friday, so keep an eye on the Twitter button on the EGB home page. |
If you have any questions about the British Horse Feeds Red Dragon then please do Contact Us. The organisers will be more than happy to answer any question, give advice or just have a chat about the event.
The home page (this page) for this website is divided into the following sections:
| 1 | Title Sponsor | Welcome to the Title Sponsor |
| 2 | Entry Deadlines | Please read the information on Entry Deadlines carefully to avoid disappointment. |
| 3 | Home International and Celtic Challenge | The British Horse Feeds Red Dragon Festival of Endurance is host to the Home International and Celtic Challenge competitions this year. |
| 4 | Two New Classes | Announcement of a new 62km CR class on Saturday and Sunday |
| 5 | Stop Press | The latest updates on the Event |
| 6 | What Information is Available | Provides a brief summary of the main sections of this website |
| 7 | Latest News | A summary of all the previous Stop Press notices in descending date order that have been issued so far |
Each of the above sections appears below on this page, so simply scroll down to see each section.
Title Sponsor
The organisers are pleased to announce that British Horse Feeds are continuing their long association with the Red Dragon but now as Title Sponsor. Simon Parker, Sales and Marketing Manager for British Horse Feeds said “I am so pleased that we have been able to continue our involvement with this prestigious ride, especially as this year we are hosts to the Home International”.
British Horse Feeds is the new name for the company that supplies Speedi-Beet, Fibre-Beet and now, a range of brand new equine feeds: Natural Country. The original Horse & Pony and Natural Country Cool 'n' Calm Feeds are joined by specialist mixes for older horses and horses in competition. They are also one of the first feed manufacturers to commit to a new feed code to reduce the risk of naturally occurring prohibited substances (NOPS) in equine feeds.
Entry Deadlines
This is a polite reminder to all those who wish to compete at The British Horse Feeds Red Dragon this year that postal entries will close on Monday 12 September (postmarked). However, online late entries will be accepted until MIDDAY on Friday 16 September (please note the midday bit). The Organisers and Entries Secretary are taking this approach so that we can administer all the entries in time to be able to send out all the information packs on Tuesday 20 September. In turn this means you will all receive your pack by the weekend BEFORE the event, giving you plenty of time to digest the information and plan your weekend in Wales with your crews and supporters.
We thank you for your understanding and cooperation in submitting your entries on time - and please spread the word to your friends who might not look at this website!
Home International and Celtic Challenge
The British Horse Feeds Red Dragon is proud to be the host of the Home International and Celtic Challenge competitions in 2011. The rules for the two competitions can be found on the Special Classes page (scroll down to the bottom). We are expecting the teams to parade during the afternoon of Friday 30th September prior to the initial vetting for the Saturday classes. Further information about the two competitions will be posted during August and September - see Stop Press for further details.
Two New Classes
The organisers are pleased to confirm that there will be two new classes over and above those shown in the Schedule printed in the Members’ Handbook for 2011. Classes 24 will be a 62km CR on Saturday 1st October, whilst Class 25 will be a 62km CR on Sunday 2nd October. Both classes will be the subject of a single on course mid-ride vet gate at 40km at Erwood.
Stop Press
23rd September 2011: Tuffa attend the Red Dragon as a new sponsor
Tuffa are coming to the British Horse Feeds Red Dragon with their trade stand. A comprehensive range of their riding footwear will be on show in their marquee, including products which are highly suitable for endurance riders and their crews. We welcome Tuffa as a new sponsor of the ride this year.
15th September 2011: Self-catering house available for 7 people and B&B for 3 people
A self-catering house is available near Builth Wells over the Red Dragon weekend, sleeps 7, one double bedroom plus a single bed, one double bedroom and a twin room with adult-sized bunk beds. For further details see www.powysholidays.co.uk or phone Angela on 01982 570235 or 07766 060626.
There is also B&B available in Builth Wells with one double room and one single room (early breakfast if required), phone 01982 551122.
15th September 2011: Revised Timetable and Timetable for the Home International
The event Timetable has been amended slightly. A Timetable for the Home International and Celtic Challenge has also been added to this page. The initial vetting for the teams will on the afternoon of Friday 30th September followed by a parade of all the teams in the Cattle Ring.
13th September 2011: Two Rooms Available at The Llanelwedd Arms Hotel over the Red Dragon Weekend
The Llanelwedd Arms Hotel has 2 rooms available, 1 twin & 1 double both en-suite. Phone 01982 553282, once again, first come first served!
9th September 2011: Two Rooms Available at The Park Hotel over the Red Dragon Weekend
Two rooms have become available at The Park Hotel in Builth Wells (phone 01982 553 338), one twin room and one double room, but without en-suite bathroom, at £50 per night per room. First come first served!
2nd September 2011: Trade Stands at The British Horse Feeds Red Dragon
We are pleased to announce that there will a larger number of trade stands at the British Horse Feeds Red Dragon Ride this year, all under cover in the main Hafod A Hendre Building (for those of you who have been for, this is where the Ride Office is located).
We are pleased to announce Eqimaze as our latest sponsor. Jackie Lockett will have her thermal imaging equipment on hand in one of the stables in the covered barn.
What Information Is Available
Click on the highlighted and underlined phrase in the left-hand column or the appropriate tab in the top left-hand corner of the home page for more details of the following:
| Schedule | For the British Horse Feeds Red Dragon Festival of Endurance Schedule as printed in the EGB Ride Programme. This Schedule also shows brief details of the two new Classes (24 and 25), a 62km CR on Saturday and Sunday. |
| Ride Info | For General Info & Rules, a Class Summary and specific Rules. For Information on Stabling & Corralling. For Details of Camping, Accommodation and Food. For the List of Officials. |
| Timetable | To see when things are going to happen over the course of the three days of the NAF Red Dragon Festival of Endurance. |
| Sponsors | For more information on our Sponsors. |
| Friday Classes | Details, Entry List and Results of the Friday classes. |
| Saturday Classes | Details, Entry List and Results of the Saturday classes. |
| Sunday Classes | Details, Entry List and Results of the Sunday classes. |
| Red Dragon Teams | Information on how to declare Red Dragon Teams and how they work. |
| Special Classes | Specific information on the Special Classes at the NAF Red Dragon Festival of Endurance. |
| Entry Fees | A summary of all Entry Fees and other fees due (such as Stabling, Camping, etc). |
| Awards & Prizes | See a summary of what trophies, awards and prizes can be won. |
| Previous Winners | See a list of the previous winners of the Red Dragon (2 day 160km ER) and the FEI *** (again a 2 day 160km ER). |
| Merchandise | A summary of all the event-specific merchandise that can be pre-ordered or purchased at the event. |
| Advertisers | A list of advertisers that are supporting the NAF Red Dragon Festival of Endurance. |
| Contact Us | Click here to contact the Organisers and / or Entries Secretary by phone or my EMAIL. |
| Download Entry Form (do not click here) | Download the special Entry Form for the NAF Red Dragon Festival of Endurance by clicking on the “Download Entry Form” tab in the top left-hand corner of this home page. Please note that you should use this Entry Form for your entry and not the standard EGB Entry Form. |
| Download Schedule (do not click here) | Download the Ride Schedule by clicking on “Download Schedule” tab in the top left-hand corner of this home page. REMEMBER that all the information you need is here on this website. Note that you should also download the special Entry Form for the British Horse Feeds Red Dragon. |
| Download Map (do not click here) | Download the provisional route map by clicking on “Download Map” tab in the top left-hand corner of this home page. You will be provided with a full colour print of the route map in your ride details. |
| Download Venue Layout (do not click here) | Download a diagram of the venue by clicking on the “Download Entry Form” tab in the top left-hand corner of this home page. |
Latest News
18th August 2011: New sponsors for three classes at The British Horse Feeds Red Dragon
Wolfgar Veterinary Surgery has kindly sponsored the Dragon's Egg Class. Some of you will know Wolfgar rather better as Hugh Salmon and his wife Ruth, who have been associated with the ride for many years.
We are also pleased to announce that Performance Equestrian, also a very familiar name at the British Horse Feeds Red Dragon, has sponsored the Dragon's Teams.
Finally we welcome back Saddle Exchange to the event, after an absence of a few years. We are pleased to confirm that Saddle Exchange has agreed to sponsor the Dragon's Days class.
A big thank you goes to all our sponsors this year. More news on the Trade Stands at the British Horse Feeds Red Dragon will follow next week.
15th August 2011: New accommodation available near Builth Wells
A lady called Alice has just taken over a B&B 2 miles from the Royal Welsh Showground. She has a self-contained annexe which can accommodate 4 and her house she has a single, twin and double room. In the loft she can accommodate 4 with en suite shower and toilet. Alice's phone numbers are 01982 552973 or 07904 360323
10th August 2011: Entry Deadlines
Please note the information on Entry Deadlines above.
7th August 2011: Route map finalised
The route map has now been finalised with some minor changes to the one previously available on this website. Click on the "Download Map" tab in the top left-hand corner of this home page to see the latest and we hope final version.
6th August 2011: Host to the Home International & Celtic Challenge Competitions
See above for details and also Special Classes for more details.
3rd July 2011: Hilton Herbs sponsor the Golden Dragon
Hilton Herbs have become involved with the British Horse Feeds Red Dragon for the first time this year and have generously sponsored the Golden Dragon class (82km CR on Saturday, 42km CR on Sunday). We welcome Tony and Hilary Self to the event and also Heather Giles, who will be looking after the Hilton Herbs trade stand over the weekend.
27th July 2011: Discount for B&B
There is a discount of £3 per day on the stabling fee for those of you who wish to stable your horse at the venue but with nobody staying at the venue overnight. In this case you must provide the name and telephone number of your accommodation and an emergency contact number in the relevant boxes on the special entry form that can be downloaded from this website - or by providing this information under Section 9 of the online entry form.
21st July 2011: Clarification of Rules for the Special Classes
See Special Classes for the details of the Special Classes. Note that all the Special Classes are run as separate classes on each day and are recorded on the Mastercard as separate classes. This means that, for example, in the Dragon's Days (see Special Classes) a combination can pass the first two individual classes (on Friday and Saturday) and fail the third (on Sunday), but still have the distance and trophy points attributed to them for the first two. However the combination must pass all three classes to be eligible for the Dragon's Days competition.
